Cybersecurity · San Jose, California · Founded 2007
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About Zscaler
Zscaler runs a cloud security platform, the Zero Trust Exchange, that secures user, workload and device connections without traditional firewalls or VPNs. It has large teams in Mohali, Bengaluru and Pune.
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California
- Employees
- ~7,300
- Careers
- zscaler.com ↗
Zscaler interview process
3 stages · Reapply after 6 months if not selected. Rounds vary by role and level.
- 1
Online assessment or technical screen
Coding.
- 2
Technical rounds
C/C++ or Go, networking and security fundamentals, depending on the team.
- 3
Hiring manager round
Projects and team fit.
What Zscaler tests
- Topics
- Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) · SSL/TLS Forward Proxy & Inspection · Custom Operating System Internals · Distributed Policy Enforcement · High-Speed C Sockets
- Tech stack
- C · C++ · Python · Linux Kernel · Cloud Security
- Levels
- Software Engineer, Senior Software Engineer, Principal Engineer
How to get referred at Zscaler
Step 1
Find the exact role
Open the job on zscaler.com and copy the job link and job ID. Referrers can only submit you for a specific opening.
Step 2
Pick the right referrer
Choose a verified Zscaler employee. Someone in the same team or function can speak to your fit more credibly.
Step 3
Send a focused request
Attach a resume tailored to the role and a three- or four-line note on why you fit. Lead with experience that matches what Zscaler tests, such as Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA) and SSL/TLS Forward Proxy & Inspection.
Step 4
Get referred and track it
Once they accept and you pay, they submit you through Zscaler's internal referral portal and upload proof. Your payment is held until that proof is in.
Zscaler tip: Zscaler's India teams are in Mohali, Bengaluru and Pune. Check which location the posting is for.
Questions about Zscaler referrals
How do I get a referral at Zscaler?
Find the exact role on Zscaler's careers site and copy the job ID, choose a verified Zscaler referrer on this page, then send your tailored resume with a short note on why you fit. The referrer submits you through Zscaler's internal referral portal and uploads proof.
What is the Zscaler interview process?
It usually has 3 stages: online assessment or technical screen, technical rounds and hiring manager round. The exact rounds vary by role and level.
How much does a Zscaler referral cost?
Each referrer sets their own fee, and you pay only after the referrer accepts your request.
Does a Zscaler referral guarantee an interview?
No. A Zscaler referral puts your profile in front of the recruiter through the internal process, but Zscaler decides on interviews, offers and hiring.
How long should I wait to reapply to Zscaler after a rejection?
Candidates are usually asked to wait about 6 months after a final-round rejection before interviewing for a similar role again.
Where is Zscaler headquartered?
Zscaler is headquartered in San Jose, California and was founded in 2007.
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FortinetCompany details are from public sources, last reviewed Oct 2026. FindMyReferral is not affiliated with Zscaler. Hiring decisions are made by Zscaler.